DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 52 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
98%
Total Tests (2024)
52
Avg Mileage
17,649 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the DACIA brand average of 89%.
At 2 years old, 98% of DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCEs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 52 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 17,649 miles.
How does the 2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE has 17,649 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE by Year
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About the 2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE
The 2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 52 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 21% of all 2022 cars for reliability.
With an average of 17,649 miles at 2 years old, DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Alternatives to the 2022 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE
The DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY ESSENTIAL TCE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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